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Sony - FE 50mm F1.4 GM Full-Frame Large-Aperture G Master Lens - Black

Model: SEL50F14GM
SKU: 6536910
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Customers are positive about the spectacular image quality and the fast, accurate autofocus. They also appreciate its lightweight and compact design. However, customers are negative about the product's high price.

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Features
  • Breathtaking G Master image quality right out to the edges of the frame

    Two high-precision XA lens elements effectively correct distortion and aberration. This new optical design also employs an ED glass element to suppress chromatic aberration.

  • Innovative optics and a large F1.4 aperture deliver magnificent bokeh

    Innovative optics and a large F1.4 maximum aperture combine to deliver magnificent bokeh. Smooth, naturally defocused background and foreground bokeh are ideal for making portrait subjects stand out from their surroundings.

  • Highly mobile, lightweight and compact lens with incredible performance

    Precisely positioned XA elements, high-thrust XD linear motors and the latest compact aperture unit create large-aperture high-resolution lens that is only 3.17” in diameter and 3.78” in length, weighing just 18.23 oz.

  • Fast, precise, quiet AF and tracking for stills and movies

    The focus system is driven by high-thrust XD linear motors and an advanced control algorithm for smooth, responsive focus drive. Movie subjects are smoothly captured and tracked even when shooting at 120 fps or other high frame rates.

  • Circular aperture with 11-blade iris for naturally rendered bokeh

    The deep, soft bokeh available with full-frame image sensors is further enhanced by a 11-blade circular aperture and optimally controlled spherical aberration. All of this supports the creation of impressive, memorable imagery.

  • Excellent close-up performance and magnification for eye-opening detail

    Minimum focusing distance is 16.1” (41 cm) and maximum magnification is 0.16x when AF is used and 15” (38 cm and 0.18x) for MF, providing extra flexibility for shooting stills and movies.

  • ED glass element minimizes chromatic aberration for precisely rendered edge detail

    An ED glass element significantly reducing flare and ghosting by taking axial chromatic aberration and chromatic aberration out of the picture.

  • Circular aperture with 9-blade iris for naturally rendered bokeh

    The deep, soft bokeh available with full-frame image sensors is further enhanced by a 9-blade circular aperture and optimally tuned spherical aberration. All of this supports the creation of impressive, memorable imagery.

  • Nano AR Coating II for outstanding clarity and minimized flare and ghosting

    Nano AR Coating II process produces a thin, uniform coating on lens surfaces, dramatically reducing internal reflections that can cause flare and ghosting.

  • Dedicated aperture ring, click/de-click and iris lock switches

    An aperture ring provides direct, rapid control. The aperture ring click stops can be turned ON to provide tactile feedback when shooting stills, or OFF for smooth, silent control when shooting movies.

  • Natural, linear manual focus response

    Linear Response MF ensures that the focus ring responds directly and linearly to subtle control. Focus ring rotation translates directly to a corresponding change in focus, control feels immediate and precise enough for rack focus effects when shooting movies.

  • Fluorine front element coating

    The front lens element features a fluorine coating that repels water, oil, and other contaminants, while making it easier to wipe off any contaminants or fingerprints that do become attached to the lens surface.

  • Dust and moisture resistant design* for reliability in challenging conditions

    An updated dust and moisture resistant design* provides extra reliability for outdoor use in challenging conditions.

  • *Not guaranteed to be 100% dust and moisture proof.

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Specifications
  • Lens Mount Compatibility
    Sony E-Mount (Full-Frame), Sony E-Mount
    Lens Type
    Standard Prime, Standard Prime
    Minimum Focal Length
    50 millimeters
    Maximum Focal Length
    50 millimeters
    Maximum Aperture
    f/1.4
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Reviews

Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars with 97 reviews

99% would recommend to a friend
Customers are sayingCustomers are positive about the spectacular image quality and the fast, accurate autofocus. They also appreciate its lightweight and compact design. However, customers are negative about the product's high price.
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  • Autofocus (20)
  • Weight (7)
  • Size (6)
  • Price (3)

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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Dreamy Depth and Incredible Sharpness

    I’ve been using the Sony FE 50mm F1.4 GM Lens and I’m honestly obsessed. This lens delivers everything I want for my work. The sharpness is incredible, even wide open at 1.4, and the background blur is so soft and creamy. It gives my images that dreamy, high-end feel without even trying. The autofocus is fast and super reliable, which is huge for me when I’m shooting couples and families in motion. It locks on beautifully and rarely misses, even in lower light situations. I also love how lightweight and balanced it feels compared to other lenses in this range. It doesn’t weigh me down during longer sessions. Color rendering is gorgeous and consistent, which makes editing so much easier. Skin tones come out natural and flattering, and everything just feels clean and polished straight out of camera. This has easily become one of my go-to lenses. It’s versatile, dependable, and produces stunning results every time. Definitely worth it if you’re looking to elevate your work.

    Posted by Magdy

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing Lens!

    This lens I did a lot of research on before I purchased and I compared this to the sigma and the Sony 1.2 50 mm G master. Most of the consensus was it's a no-brainer with purchasing this lens, it is incredibly fast, great with autofocusing and that iris lock button is great to have. Also very and I mean very sharp. Also lightweight and compact compared to other lenses which makes it more of a joy to carry it around and shoot more often instead of always carrying heavy equipment. I am definitely having fun with this lens and if you're in the market for a gmaster I definitely say go this route. You will not be disappointed.

    Posted by KaiS

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Light weight, Crisp, Fast, and great Bokeh

    This is an amazing lens, possibly the best 50mm lens for the Sony systems, If you are worried about keeping your setup lightweight, with the highest image quality possible and fastest autofocus, this is the lens to get. The jump in price for the 1.2 GM lens does not seem worth the money for how little difference in perfomance you actually get. If you've had the less expensive 50mm 1.8 lens from Sony and feel you are ready to upgrade to the next step, I would definitely pick this up over the 1.2

    Posted by Azod

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Lens

    I was conflicted between the 50mm f/1.2 GM and this 50mm f/1.4 GM. I read so many written reviews and watched so many video that had pitted the two GM lenses against each other as well as reviews that focused solely on each lens and it came down to one important factor: weight. Of course focusing speed is quicker on the f/1.2GM - it has four XD linear motors, but it also needs them to move all that glass which contributes to its overall weight. The form factor of the f/1.4 GM is really nice considering I also own the 35mm f/1.4 GM lens; a really great compliment to each other. Image quality is amazing both wide open and stopped down. The money saved is going towards either Sony's 70-200mm f/2.8 GM II or Sigma's version of it. (Not exactly lightweight lenses, but everyone should own a lens like that.) I've owned this lens for about a month now and am thoroughly impressed with its performance. It is definitely a great lens for the price!

    Posted by mugenzero

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Get it

    Fantastic little lens. Love the weight and form factor and not to mention exceptional AF and sharpness. Worth the price. I was torn between sigmas new 50mm lens and this lens. So glad I went with it. It helps to have a light weight lens for walk-around, travel and low light.

    Posted by OPkansas83

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Pros for Sony - FE 50mm F1.4 GM Full-Frame Large-Aperture G Master Lens - Black
Image Quality, Weight, Size, AutofocusThere were no pros for this productWeight, Low Light Performance, Size, Lens Quality, Build QualityImage Quality, Weight, Low Light Performance, Price, Ease of use
Cons for Sony - FE 50mm F1.4 GM Full-Frame Large-Aperture G Master Lens - Black
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    Hi Suresh, Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. The manufacturer's warranty covers our cameras and lenses only within the country where it was purchased. For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360.   Regards, Larry 1-22-2025 Sony Social Support

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  • What is the maximum aperture of this Sony lens?

    The Sony lens has a maximum aperture of f/1.4.

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  • What is the diameter of the filter thread on this Sony lens?

    The filter diameter of this Sony lens is 67 millimeters.

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  • What kind of coating does this Sony lens have?

    This Sony lens features a Nano AR Coating II to minimize internal reflections that can cause flare and ghosting.

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  • How many blades does the iris of this Sony lens have?

    The iris of this lens has 11 blades.

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